In Ashley Percival’s world, a leopard can, in fact, change its spots. The Cornwall-based illustrator is behind a fanciful menagerie in which poodles, rotund birds, and boot-wearing insects try on a vast array of vibrant costumes.

an illustration by ashley percival of a collection of poodles made of colorful patterns
Art by ashley percival of a collection of poodles made of colorful patterns.
an illustration by ashley percival of a collection of insects made of colorful patterns
Art by ashley percival of a collection of insects made of colorful patterns.
an illustration by ashley percival of a collection of owls made of colorful patterns
Art by ashley percival of a collection of owls made of colorful patterns.
an illustration by ashley percival of three owls made of colorful patterns
Art by ashley percival of three owls made of colorful patterns.
All images courtesy of Ashley Percival, shared with permission
an illustration by ashley percival of a colorful patterned butterfly
Art by ashley percival of a colorful patterned butterfly.
an illustration by ashley percival of a colorful patterned cat in front of mushrooms
Art by ashley percival of a colorful patterned cat in front of mushrooms.
an illustration by ashley percival of a colorful patterned cat in front of blue flowers
Art by ashley percival of a colorful patterned cat in front of blue flowers.